Category: Cataract

Cataract surgery is a common procedure recommended for individuals experiencing vision problems due to the development of cataracts. Cataracts occur when the natural lens of the eye becomes cloudy, resulting in blurred vision and reduced visual acuity. During cataract surgery, the cloudy lens is removed and replaced with an artificial lens implant. How Light Adjustable […]

Understanding Cataracts and Their Impact on Vision Cataracts are a common age-related eye condition. It affects millions of people worldwide. When you have a cataract, the natural lens of your eye becomes cloudy, causing blurry vision and decreased visual acuity. This can significantly impact your daily activities and quality of life. As cataracts progress, you […]

Cataract surgery has taken a giant leap forward with the introduction of the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL). At the Cornea and Laser Eye Institute in New Jersey, we are thrilled to guide you through this revolutionary technology, offering personalized vision correction like never before. Let’s explore the Light Adjustable Lens and answer some common questions […]

By the age of 80, you have a 50 percent chance of developing cataracts. If you are unaware of how cataracts can affect your vision, it is when your lens that is normally clear becomes clouded. When you are dealing with cataracts it will cause your vision to blur, making it difficult to complete your […]

Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness in the world: Currently, cataracts affect more than 22 million people in the United States that are above the age of 40. Worldwide there are more cataract cases than macular degeneration, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy combined according to Prevent Blindness America (BPA). There are several symptoms of cataracts: […]

When the eyes natural lens becomes clouded with clumped up proteins then you are developing cataracts. These clumped proteins block light from entering the eye, which causes your vision to become increasingly blurrier over time and if left unresolved will result in the complete loss of your vision. Clouded lenses will negatively impact your quality […]

Cataracts occur when the eyes natural lens becomes clouded with clumped up proteins. These proteins block light as it enters your eye which causes your vision to become gradually more blurry and if left unchecked could result in complete loss of vision. These clouded lenses negatively impact your quality of life by making it difficult […]

Most people over the age of 40 that suffer vision loss are developing cataracts. Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness throughout the entire world. The number of cases of cataracts far eclipse the amount of glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy cases combined! There are three types of cataracts: Subcapsular Cataracts: Occurring at the […]

June is Cataract Awareness Month. Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness in the world and affect more than 22 million Americans aged 40 and older. The Cornea and Laser Eye Institute, PA wants you to be informed about the ways you can help protect yourself. Risk factors for developing cataracts include diabetes, direct and […]

Dr. Hersh presented several lectures at the ASCRS symposium in Chicago this past weekend. On Thursday evening, he presented the results of a clinical study looking at the use of intacs in conjuction with corneal collagen crosslinking (CXL) on the treatment of keratoconus and corneal ectasia. On Saturday morning he led the EyeWorld symposium on […]